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Latest Applications
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USC Film MFA Spring 2025
Waitlisted last year and waiting for this year's announcement—hoping this is finally my lucky break! (P.S. This is my fourth time applying to USC!)
- Film Program & Degree
- USC - Directing/Film Production MFA
- Submission Date
- Aug 14, 2024
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University of Michigan BA 2025
I am currently working as a Production Assistant at Allama Iqbal Open University, Pakistan. With a background in Mass Communication, I have been actively involved in media production want to improve my skills and get knowledge.
- Film Program & Degree
- University of Michigan BA
- Submission Date
- Sep 21, 2024
- Interview Notification Date
- Sep 23, 2024
- Interview Date
- Sep 25, 2024
- Decision Notification Date
- Sep 26, 2024
- Admitted Off Waitlist Date
- Jan 6, 2025
- Scholarship Notification
- Sep 30, 2024
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USC Film Production Spring 2025
Second time applying to USC.
- Film Program & Degree
- USC - Directing/Film Production MFA
- Submission Date
- Aug 14, 2024
Admitted (w/o Interview)
SAMPLE MFA Application 2019
This is a sample Application to showcase the various features of the Tracker
- Film Program & Degree
- AFI - Editing
- Submission Date
- Jan 14, 2019
- Interview Notification Date
- Jan 15, 2019
- Interview Date
- Feb 4, 2019
- Decision Notification Date
- May 14, 2019
- Admitted Off Waitlist Date
- Jun 24, 2019
- Scholarship Notification
- Jun 24, 2019
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First time applying to USC!
- Film Program & Degree
- USC - Directing/Film Production MFA
- Submission Date
- Aug 8, 2024
- Interview Notification Date
- Sep 28, 2024
- Interview Date
- Sep 30, 2024
Latest Film School Reviews
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USC School of Cinematic Arts
Useless video factoryIf you're a storyteller who believes that the most important aspect of filmmaking is the story, then USC is not the right school for you. I deeply regret choosing this school over others. The place is full of video-makers who just obsess over YouTube videos and mega-budget films. They could be... -
Columbia University's School of the Arts
My Transformative Experience at ColumbiaColumbia University’s MFA Film Program has been a transformative experience for me, especially coming from UC Santa Barbara’s Film Studies program that was all theory and minimal hands-on. The focus at Columbia is simply more hands-on experience than theory, which has been a breath of fresh air... -
Cal State Northridge (CSUN) - Department of Cinema of Television Arts
MFA SCREENWRITING CSU NORTHRIDGEI had a friend who graduated from this institution's screenwriting MA Program and his work was used by his professor, JARED RAPPAPORT. Ideas/stories/concepts from my friend's screenplay were ultimately made into a film that debuted at the cinema titled THE SWEET LIFE (2016). Please look up... -
American University - School of Communication
Great MFA film and media arts programI am finishing up my MFA in film and media arts at American University, and I would highly recommend it for a smaller and more intimate, social justice driven film school. I have learned a lot from world-class faculty - many of whom went to Columbia University for their MFA. -
International Film Institute of New York
Best experience ever -- What a parent heardMy daughter who is a high school senior attended the IFI summer program and she was thrilled to tell me so many positive things about her experience. She said there were young filmmakers at different levels of experience, and everyone was supported in a collaborative environment that encouraged...
Film School Admissions Department Interviews
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How to get Into USC SCA: Advice from an Admissions Committee Member
- Svaja Paka
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- 33 min read
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- Reviews: 4
Considered by many to be the best film school in the world, it’s no wonder why the USC School of Cinematic Arts (SCA) is so sought after by... -
How to Get Into Columbia University Film School: Exclusive Advice From the Admissions and Industry and Outreach Departments (Part 1)
- Alexa Pellegrini
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How to get into Chapman's Dodge College of Film and Media Arts: Tips from the Department of Admissions (Part 1)
- Alexa Pellegrini
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Rising to number 4 on The Hollywood Reporter's annual rankings of the top 25 American film schools in 2022, Dodge College of Film and Media Arts... -
How to Get Into AFI Conservatory: Exclusive Advice From the Admissions Office (Part 1)
- Alexa Pellegrini
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- 21 min read
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Ask anyone about where to go to film school, and you’re bound to hear the American Film Institute Conservatory. First established in 1967, AFI is... -
How to Get an Offer of Study From London Film School (LFS): Tips From the Admissions, Recruitment, Marketing & Workshops teams (Part 1)
- Alexa Pellegrini
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As the first international film school in the UK, the London Film School is a leader in educating film students on classic and emerging filmmaking... -
How to get into FSU's College of Motion Picture Arts: Tips from Paige Roberts, Head of Admissions (Part 1)
- Alexa Pellegrini
- 13 min read
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In the heart of Tallahassee is the hidden gem of the film industry: Florida State University’s College of Motion Picture Arts. Ranked among the...
Film Student Interviews
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NYU Student's Key to Success: High School
- Eric Villa (Stuudeo.com)
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This article was initially released to subscribers at Stuudeo.com. Subscribe to Stuudeo for weekly stories on filmmakers and practical insights on... -
Q & A With Kendra Daniels, a Michener Screenwriting Fellow
- Alexa Pellegrini
- 7 min read
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For more than 25 years, the Michener Center for Writers has attracted top talent for its selectivity — only two screenwriters are admitted per... -
UCLA TFT Producers Program, Demystified: Spotlight on Keenan Kunst, Graduate Student
- Alexa Pellegrini
- 7 min read
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Keenan Kunst (FilmSchool.org user @KeenanDK) sits behind a cluster of canyons and valleys. His Zoom background reflects his longtime passion for... -
Being Creative in Stillness: A Conversation With Nolan Lampson, Writing for Film & Television Freshman at USC
- Alexa Pellegrini
- 7 min read
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Nolan Lampson (Filmschool.org Member @kukichiyo3) sits in his dorm room with his roommate, who is folding laundry and listening to Air pods. Their... -
Andrea Zevallos, MFA in Screenwriting Candidate at CSUN, Talks Perseverance, Pedagogy, and the Writing Process
- Alexa Pellegrini
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“I've always loved film and television — TV has been my dream job ever since I was pretty young,” Andrea Zevallos (FilmSchool.org Member... -
Q& A With Danni (aka IndecisiveElle), Chapman Directing MFA Student
- Chris W
- 7 min read
- Views: 9K
- Reaction score: 15
- Comments: 5
“Film School is still Graduate School... you're still getting a master's and there's still traditional work that has to be done. And a lot of...
Latest blog entries
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Add your first Blog Entry
- Chris W
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So you've created a Blog Home page and had some fun with page tabs... now let's write your first post. Blog entries can be: An introduction... -
Add a Portfolio, Contact, or Resume page (optional)
- Chris W
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Once you have a blog home page you can optionally add new tabs at the top for your portfolio, contact information, or resume. Here's an example... -
How to create your Blog on FilmSchool.org
- Chris W
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Supporter+ Members can have their own blog on FilmSchool.org. Thank you so much for becoming a Supporter+ member! Once you are a Supporter+... -
An Example Blog Entry
- Chris W
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Supporter+ Members can have their own blog on FilmSchool.org. This is blog with examples of the things you can do with this exclusive new feature... -
How I chose between NYU Dramatic Writing and AFI Screenwriting.
- mm70
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How I chose between NYU Dramatic Writing and AFI Screenwriting. I anguished over the thought of turning down either school. As a true cinephile... -
When all the noise went away, I asked 'why?' And that was wrong.
- Patrick Clement
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Scrolling past all of my classmates successes on FB (and mostly being OK with it) I came across a post asking for film school advice. 'What should...
Latest Scholarships
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Columbia College Chicago Excellence in Film and Television Scholarship
Columbia College Chicago is one of the top film schools in the Midwestern US. Its Excellence in Film and Television Scholarship was established to...- Deadline
- Mar 1, 2024
- Award Type
- Portion of Tuition
- Max Award Amount
- $2500
- Academic Requirements
- Attending 4 year Undergraduate College or University
- Academic Specialization
- Film
- Television
- Citizenship Requirements
- None
- Regional Requirements
- Illinois
- Identity Requirements
- No Requirement
- Ethnicity Requirements
- No Requirement
- Financial Requirement
- Demonstrated Financial Need
- Application Requirements
- Essay(s)
- Portfolio
- Alexa P.
- Academic Scholarships
- Clicks: 29
- Views: 598
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Richard Holland Memorial Scholarship
The Richard Holland Memorial Scholarship was established to remember the life and legacy of a great man, friend, son, and brother. Richard was...- Deadline
- Mar 15, 2024
- Award Type
- Portion of Tuition
- Max Award Amount
- $2500
- Academic Requirements
- High School Senior
- Attending 4 year Undergraduate College or University
- Min 3.0 GPA
- Other (Please Add)
- Academic Specialization
- No specialization required
- Citizenship Requirements
- None
- Regional Requirements
- No Requirement
- Identity Requirements
- No Requirement
- Ethnicity Requirements
- No Requirement
- Financial Requirement
- Demonstrated Financial Need
- Application Requirements
- HS Transcript
- Essay(s)
- Resume
- Video Submission
- Alexa P.
- Academic Scholarships
- Clicks: 36
- Views: 712
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Greater Than Gatsby Scholarship
Established by Greater Than Gatsby as part of a new initiative to establish a channel of support for the next generation, the Greater Than Gatsby...- Deadline
- May 1, 2024
- Award Type
- Portion of Tuition
- Max Award Amount
- $1000
- Academic Requirements
- High School Senior
- Attending 4 year Undergraduate College or University
- Attending a Graduate Program
- Other (Please Add)
- Academic Specialization
- Communications
- Computer Animation
- Creative Writing
- Digital Media
- English
- Film
- Illustration
- Journalism
- Motion Design
- Photography
- Photojournalism
- Screenwriting
- Theater
- TV Journalism
- Television
- Visual Arts
- Regional Requirements
- No Requirement
- Identity Requirements
- No Requirement
- Ethnicity Requirements
- No Requirement
- Financial Requirement
- No Requirement
- Application Requirements
- Essay(s)
- Portfolio
- Alexa P.
- Academic Scholarships
- Clicks: 58
- Views: 853
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SCAD Challenge Film Scholarship
Put your artistic vision to the test for an opportunity to earn a scholarship to SCAD, The University for Creative Careers. SCAD Challenge...- Deadline
- Feb 12, 2024
- Award Type
- Portion of Tuition
- Max Award Amount
- $4000
- Academic Requirements
- High School Senior
- Attending 4 year Undergraduate College or University
- Attending a Graduate Program
- Other (Please Add)
- Academic Specialization
- Computer Animation
- Creative Writing
- Digital Media
- Film
- Illustration
- Motion Design
- Photography
- Screenwriting
- Theater
- Television
- Visual Arts
- Citizenship Requirements
- None
- Regional Requirements
- No Requirement
- Identity Requirements
- No Requirement
- Ethnicity Requirements
- No Requirement
- Financial Requirement
- No Requirement
- Application Requirements
- College Transcript
- HS Transcript
- Essay(s)
- Interview
- Narrative Statement
- Letter(s) of Recommendation
- Portfolio
- Resume
- SAT, ACT, or GRE scores
- Alexa P.
- Academic Scholarships
- Clicks: 38
- Views: 879
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Doan Foundation Arts Scholarship
Society often views creative careers as inferior to traditional jobs and deems art careers irrelevant in the workforce. Whether it be music...- Deadline
- Mar 1, 2024
- Max Award Amount
- $1000
- Academic Requirements
- High School Senior
- Min 2.5 GPA
- Academic Specialization
- No specialization required
- Citizenship Requirements
- US Citizen
- US Legal Permanent Resident
- Regional Requirements
- California
- Financial Requirement
- Demonstrated Financial Need
- Application Requirements
- HS Transcript
- Alexa P.
- Academic Scholarships
- Clicks: 17
- Views: 465
Highest Rated Film Schools
With over 18 years of successfully providing a window into the world of filmmaking the International Film Institute of New York continues to inspire and support individuals on their journey toward either higher education in film or a foundation to building a career in the industry in a conservatory setting focused on storytelling.
- Degrees Offered
- Summer Programs
- Short Term Courses
- Concentrations
- Film & Television Production
- Tuition Range
- Under $5k
RIFS is the answer for many who seek high level, modern, practical film education in one of the finest international contexts.
- Degrees Offered
- 1 Year Conservatory
- Summer Programs
- Short Term Courses
- Graduate Certificate
- Concentrations
- Acting
- Cinematography
- Cinema Visual Effects
- Creative Producing
- Directing
- Editing
- Film & Television Production
- Film Studies
- Producing
- Production Design
- Screenwriting
- Sound
- Sound Design
- Writing and Producing for Television
- Writing for Screen & Television
- Tuition Range
- $10k to $20k
Wayne State College's digital film production degree program will help you develop skills in all facets of film production.
- Degrees Offered
- 4 Year BS
- Concentrations
- Animation & Digital Arts
- Cinematography
- Creative Producing
- Directing
- Dramatic Writing
- Editing
- Film & Television Production
- Sound
- Sound Design
- Television
- Writing and Producing for Television
- Writing for Screen & Television
- Tuition Range
- $5k to $10k
The Stony Brook MFA in Film is the only graduate program in the SUNY system fiercely dedicated to independent filmmaking. Our approach is simple — roll up your sleeves and dive in. With today's technology, all you need is a well-crafted story, a realistic plan, and the drive to make it happen. At Stony Brook, you will learn how to craft a tightly woven script, operate state-of-the art camera equipment, develop a realistic budget and production plan, become skilled at working with actors and...
- Degrees Offered
- 2 Year MFA
- 3 Year MFA
- Concentrations
- Directing
- Producing
- Screenwriting
- Writing and Producing for Television
- Writing for Screen & Television
- Tuition Range
- $10k to $20k
- Graduate Deadlines
- March 1
- Camera Equipment
- ARRI Digital Cinema Cameras
- Canon Cinema Cameras
- RED
- Software Used
- Adobe Premiere
- Avid Media Composer
- Pro Tools
- Filmmaking Facilities
- Editing Bays
As one of the best film schools on the East coast, the Maurice Kanbar Institute of Film & Television at New York University Tisch School of the Arts gives film students the chance to turn iconic landscapes into low-budget film shoots and connect with world-renowned industry players.
In 2022, FilmSchool.org named NYU Tisch the Best East Coast Film School, and in 2023, The Hollywood Reporter ranked NYU Tisch the no. 3 best American film school. Notable faculty include award-winning filmmakers...
- Degrees Offered
- 4 Year BS
- 4 Year BFA
- 3 Year MFA
- MFA/MBA Dual Degree Program
- Certificate Program
- Summer Programs
- Concentrations
- Directing
- Film & Television Production
- Film Studies
- Business / Film Dual Degree
- Screenwriting
- Tuition Range
- $60k to $70k
- Undergraduate Deadlines
- Film BFA Early Decision I: November 1
Film BFA Early Decision II: January 1
Film BFA Regular Decision: January 5
Stern/Tisch BS/BFA Dual Degree: February 15
Cinema Studies BA: : December 1
- Graduate Deadlines
- December 1
- Camera Equipment
- ARRI Digital Cinema Cameras
- Canon Cinema Cameras
- Canon DSLRs
- Panasonic Cinema Cameras
- RED
- Sony Cinema Cameras
- Software Used
- Adobe Premiere
- Avid Media Composer
- DaVinci Resolve
- Pro Tools
- Filmmaking Facilities
- Sound Stage(s)
- Editing Bays
- Theatre
- TV Studio
UCLA's graduate-level, non-credit Professional Program has filmmaking courses taught by UCLA TFT staff. This film certificate program is more competitive than UCLA Extension.
Directing: Learn the art of directing by exploring emerging film industry technologies and current narrative techniques in small seminar-style classes. In 38 sessions across 10 weeks, train under industry professionals and attend lectures led by more than two dozen guest directors offering demonstrations and in-depth...
- Degrees Offered
- Certificate Program
- Summer Programs
- Short Term Courses
- Concentrations
- Acting
- Directing
- Producing
- Screenwriting
- Writing and Producing for Television
- Writing for Screen & Television
- Tuition Range
- $5k to $10k
- Graduate Deadlines
- Producing Online: March 4, 2024
Writing for Late Night Comedy Online: March 18, 2024
Directing: May 6, 2024 (International Student) May 20, 2024 (US Student)
Acting: May 13, 2024 (International Student) June 17, 2024 (US Student)
Screenwriting: June 17, 2024 (International Student) August 19, 2024 (US Student)
Writing for Television: June 17, 2024 (International Student) August 19, 2024 (US Student)
Screenwriting Online: August 19, 2024
Writing for Television Online: August 19, 2024
For example:
- AFI Conservatory - American Film Institute
- USC - Film and Television Production (MFA)
- Columbia University - Screenwriting/Directing (M.F.A.)
- NYU - Tisch Film and Television (M.F.A.)
Latest Film School Reviews
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USC School of Cinematic Arts
Reviewed by: Current Student
Degree: MA/MFA
Concentration: productionUseless video factoryIf you're a storyteller who believes that the most important aspect of filmmaking is the story, then USC is not the right school for you. I...- Anonymous
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Columbia University's School of the Arts
Reviewed by: Alumni
Degree: MA/MFA
Concentration: ScreenwritingMy Transformative Experience at ColumbiaColumbia University’s MFA Film Program has been a transformative experience for me, especially coming from UC Santa Barbara’s Film Studies program...- Zeno
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Cal State Northridge (CSUN) - Department of Cinema of Television Arts
Reviewed by: Alumni
Degree: MA/MFA
Concentration: SCREENWRITINGMFA SCREENWRITING CSU NORTHRIDGEI had a friend who graduated from this institution's screenwriting MA Program and his work was used by his professor, JARED RAPPAPORT...- socalsun
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American University - School of Communication
Reviewed by: Current Student
Degree: MA/MFA
Concentration: Directing/ WritingGreat MFA film and media arts programI am finishing up my MFA in film and media arts at American University, and I would highly recommend it for a smaller and more intimate, social...- Anonymous
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International Film Institute of New York
Reviewed by: Alumni
Degree: SummerBest experience ever -- What a parent heardMy daughter who is a high school senior attended the IFI summer program and she was thrilled to tell me so many positive things about her...- BYates
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